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October 29, 2007 - ECHL (ECHL)
Idaho Steelheads News Release


A NEW RIVALRY HAS HATCHED

The Steelheads visited Utah for two-games over the weekend and it didn't take long for the Steelheads to feel the bite of former Steelheads player Scott Burt. Burt, who played for the Steelheads over seven seasons and who holds Idaho's record for most games played at 403, recorded four goals - two in each game - helping the Grizzlies beat the Steelheads 5-4 in overtime Friday and 4-3 in a shootout Saturday.

TRICK OR TREAT

The Steelheads hope to scare up some fun on Halloween night at Qwest Arena and treat fans to a win as the Grizzlies come to town for a solo contest. Might Idaho have a few tricks up its sleeve?

The game will mark Scott Burt's first at Qwest Arena in a Grizzlies' jersey. The veteran forward will be presented with his 2007 Kelly Cup Championship ring pre-game on the ice.

Halloween festivities will include $100 cash prizes for best sportiest, scariest and sexiest costumes, as well as treats for the little ones from mascot Blue.

SHOWING OFF IN THE SHOW

Former Steelheads goalie Dan Ellis recorded his first NHL shutout, stopping all 20 shots he faced, Thursday night (Oct. 25) in a 3-0 win over Atlanta for the Nashville Predators. He also earned the win in the next contest on Saturday, 4-3, over the Florida Panthers. Ellis is the only Steelheads player to have played in an NHL game in the same season as he played for the Steelheads. Ellis made his NHL debut with Dallas on Feb. 18, 2004 and made 25 saves in the Stars 4-3 win at Los Angeles. He was later named MVP of the Kelly Cup Playoffs when Idaho claimed its first ECHL championship.

LOOK WHO'S BACK

Cal Ingraham, Steelheads All-Time Scoring Leader (271 points), is returning to the team as Assistant Coach to Head Coach Derek Laxdal. Laxdal said he's thrilled to have someone with Cal's knowledge of the game and obvious skill to help him out behind the bench. Cal joins former Steelheads netminder Colin Zulianello who joined the club this season as the goaltender coach.

IDAHO STEELHEADS AT A GLANCE

Overall: 1-0-3 (5 points)

Home: 1-0-1

Away: 0-0-2

Streak: 0-0-2

ECHL NATIONAL CONFERENCE, DIVISION STANDINGS

WEST GP W L T PTS PCT

Phoenix 5 3 2 0 6 0.600

Alaska 4 2 1 1 5 0.625

Idaho 4 1 0 3 5 0.625

Victoria 4 2 2 0 4 0.500

Utah 5 2 3 0 4 0.400

PACIFIC GP W L T PTS PCT

Las Vegas 5 4 1 0 8 0.800

Bakersfield 5 3 1 1 7 0.700

Fresno 5 2 1 2 6 0.600

Stockton 5 2 3 0 4 0.400

TRANSACTIONS

10/25/07 Delete Jean-Sebastien Adam, D placed on the 7-day IR

10/25/07 Delete Craig Cescon, D placed on the 30-day IR

10/25/07 Delete Alexander Naurov, F placed on the 3-day IR

10/25/07 Add Liam Huculak, F activated off IR

10/25/07 Add Alexander Naurov, F assigned by Iowa (AHL)

10/25/07 Add Mike Sullivan, F activated off IR

10/24/07 Add Chad Brownlee, D signed contract

10/24/07 Delete John Lammers, F recalled to Iowa (AHL)

ACCOLADES

Rookie Aaron Gagnon has tallied a goal in three consecutive games

Marty Flichel scored two power play goals on Saturday, after having 15 to lead the team last season

Taggart Desmet has three points (1g-2a) in the last two games

STREAKY

The Steelheads are unbeaten in regulation in their last 12 regular season games (8-0-4), dating back to 3/21/07

Idaho has four power play goals in the last two games and at least one power play goal in all four games this season.

PRACTICE

The Idaho Steelheads practice Tuesday and Wednesday at Qwest Arena from 10-11:00 am before leaving Thursday for Stockton. Practices are free and open to the public.

UPCOMING

Utah @ Idaho: Wed. October 31, 7:10 pm

Idaho @ Stockton: Fri. November 2, 8:30 pm

Idaho @ Stockton: Sat. November 3, 8:30 pm

BROADCAST INFO

Listen to all 72 games with ECHL's Broadcaster of the Year Joe O'Donnell calling the action. Joe is joined in the booth this season by current and former Steelheads players who will provide color commentary. Tune in to ESPN Radio 1350 KTIK the Ticket on games nights as well as Monday though Friday at 6:00 pm for the Bud Light Idaho Steelheads Hockey Show as Joe talks all things Steelheads.

All home and road games can be watched through a link on the Steelheads website provided by B2 Networks for $6 a game, or buy The Power Play Season Pass season pass to catch every game for $140.

TICKET INFO

The Idaho Steelheads offer a variety of ticket plans to fit any schedule or pocket book. Call (208) 383-0080 to find out more. For day of game tickets, visit idahosteelheads.com and use the print at home feature, or call (208) 331-TIXS or visit the box office at Qwest Arena.

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